During police questioning, officers may mention they have video evidence of a crime. While this information might be accurate, it does not necessarily prove that you are guilty of the crime they are discussing with you. Understanding the pitfalls of video evidence in...
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Pedestrian safety and accident data
You need to keep an eye out for various hazards when you walk near traffic, especially since the chances of suffering an injury when an accident occurs become especially high as a pedestrian. Whether you walk to work every day, get exercise by jogging alongside the...
Is a traffic ticket worth fighting?
If you have recently received a traffic violation, you may not know what your best options are for going forward. In this case, you are not alone. After receiving a traffic ticket, many people do not know whether it is worth fighting or better to just pay. The answer...
Does your car have privacy protection from a search?
The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution gives you protection from an illegal search and seizure of your property. Federal courts have designated some areas as zones of privacy to establish your rights, such as the inside of your home. You may wonder if your...
What are classification and placement in the juvenile court system?
Juveniles receive different treatment within the criminal justice system. In general, the law sees these young offenders as needing rehabilitation rather than punishment, which is the default in the adult system. Because the needs of juvenile offenders are different...
How can I prevent others from driving impaired?
Keeping New Jersey’s roads free from impaired drivers starts with all of us. Not only does getting a DUI charge mean a lot of headache and expense, it is also very dangerous for everybody. It is always good to have a plan in place to prevent drunk driving. Sometimes,...
Can you file a legal claim after a New Jersey car accident?
New Jersey is a no-fault car insurance state. The state’s auto insurance rules require every motorist to carry personal injury protection. This coverage pays for medical expenses for the driver and passengers after a traffic collision, regardless of who is at fault....
What happens if you get a DWI in a school zone in New Jersey?
New Jersey takes a harsh stance against persons who act carelessly, recklessly or against the law in a school zone. If an officer stops you in a school zone and suspects you are intoxicated, you face hefty charges and penalties. The penalties associated with driving...
When can officers search you during a traffic stop?
Traffic stops are unnerving for everyone. Even if you only face a fine for speeding, the interaction with a cop can become overwhelming or frightening if you feel like the officer wants to catch you with more than a traffic violation. According to the ACLU, you have...
Can the police search my car?
In New Jersey, you have the right to be secure from illegal searches and seizures while in your vehicle. States law only allows officers to search your vehicle without consent under specific circumstances. Searches without a warrant The 4th Amendment protects citizens...